Delaying: meaning, definitions and examples
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delaying
[ dɪˈleɪɪŋ ]
postponing action
Delaying refers to the act of taking longer than necessary to do something or to postpone an action or event. It often implies a decision to defer or put something off to a later time, which can be due to various reasons, including indecision or external factors.
Synonyms
deferring, postponing, procrastinating, suspending.
Examples of usage
- The meeting was delayed due to technical issues.
- We are delaying our vacation until next month.
- He is delaying his response to the offer.
- The project has been delayed by unforeseen circumstances.
Translations
Translations of the word "delaying" in other languages:
🇵🇹 adiamento
🇮🇳 देरी करना
🇩🇪 Verzögerung
🇮🇩 penundaan
🇺🇦 затримка
🇵🇱 opóźnienie
🇯🇵 遅延
🇫🇷 retardement
🇪🇸 retraso
🇹🇷 gecikme
🇰🇷 지연
🇸🇦 تأخير
🇨🇿 zpoždění
🇸🇰 oneskorenie
🇨🇳 延迟
🇸🇮 zamuda
🇮🇸 seinkun
🇰🇿 кешіктіру
🇬🇪 დაგვიანება
🇦🇿 gözləmə
🇲🇽 retraso
Etymology
The term 'delay' originates from the Middle English word 'delai', which itself comes from the Old French 'delaier', meaning 'to defer' or 'to postpone'. This word is derived from the Latin phrase 'de-latare', where 'de-' means 'away' and 'latare' means 'to bring'. Over time, the meaning has evolved to encompass a broader range of situations involving postponement or hindrance. The act of delaying can be seen in various contexts like meetings, travel, or decisions, which reflects the complexities of time management in social and professional environments. The use of 'delaying' can often carry a negative connotation, implying a lack of decisiveness or efficiency.